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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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